Serves 6
 

Burger Patties

1 medium sweet potato (±300g)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 x 400g tin of black beans (drained and rinsed, if you would prefer to soak your own then use about 250g dried black beans then continue with the soaking process)
4 tablespoons arrowroot powder *
1/2 small red onion, chopped finely
2 cloves garlic minced
1 heaped tablespoon fresh coriander, chopped
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
seasoning to taste

METHOD

Preheat your oven to 200oC. Line a roasting tray with greaseproof paper or spray with coconut oil or use olive oil. Peel and chop the sweet potatoes and roast for approximately 30 minutes, until tender. Keep oven on.
Meanwhile add the beans, arrowroot powder, onion, garlic, herbs and spcies to a large bowl and mash everything together. Add seasoning.
Divide the mixture into balls the size you would like your patties - large, medium or small - and flatten into patty shapes. Place on a baking tray you used earlier to roast potatoes and cook for 30 minutes flipping half way through.
Serve with your bun of choice - gluten free, wholewheat, ciabatta or pitas. Don’t forget to add your toppings and sauces.

To add a little extra flavour, you can grate some lemon zest to your patties before you roll them into balls. Serve with grilled haloumi cheese, tomato, basil leaves and tomato.

 

* Arrowroot powder is a natural thickening agent. If you are happy to use Mazina or flour.